Thompson Modern Course for the Piano 1 Grade
John Thompson's Modern Course series provides a clear and comprehensive foundation for piano study. It allows the student to think and feel musically. This is the first volume, which contains easy pieces, technical exercises, and theory lessons.
John Thompson's "Modern Course" has been the gold standard for piano teaching for decades. The First Grade is crucial because it introduces note reading and hand technique in a progressive way. This book is the natural successor to "Teaching Little Fingers to Play," making it ideal for students who have already mastered the basics and are ready for more structured musical pieces. It is an essential item for any music bookstore or conservatory.
Specifications:
- 50 Easy-to-play pieces
- A CD containing backing tracks and performances of each piece.
- Helpful technical exercises.
- Fundamental lessons on scales and music theory.